During the learning period, the holder of a learner’s licence
is subject to particular rules. The maximum number of demerit
points is 4 and it is compulsory to maintain a zero blood alcohol
level. Maintaining a zero blood alcohol level means that a learner
is prohibited from driving after having consumed any alcohol at all.
ROAD TEST
If an applicant fails a road test, he or she must wait a minimum
of 21 days between tests.
D R I V E R ’ S
H A N D B O O K
7
All rights reserved the Publications du Québec.
To qualify for a road test, the applicant must have held a
learner’s licence for at least 12 months, or 8 months after
completing a driving course at a recognized school.
A road test enables the Société to evaluate a prospective driver’s
knowledge and skills. During a road test, the applicant will be
required to perform manoeuvres relevant to roadway driving:
driving in a straight line, taking a curve, stopping or going through
an intersection, turning, changing lanes and backing up.
During a road test, an applicant must:
• obey traffic rules;
• demonstrate an ability to adapt to different driving
situations;
• show safe driving techniques;
• follow the examiner’s instructions.